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Sold for $280,000 on 03/18/24
  • $280,000

    531 Birch Ln, Sycamore, IL 60178

    3beds
    1,816sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1965
    0.34 Acres Lot
    $312,000 Zestimate®
    $154/sqft
    $2,515 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $312,000

    $296,000 - $331,000

    $2,515/mo

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    What's special

    This charming 2 story, 3 bedroom home is located on a 1/3 acre corner lot with beautifully mature landscaping and an inviting covered porch with hanging swing. Inside boasts a warm family room with wood-burning fireplace, newly remodeled kitchen with floor-to-ceiling cabinets, a spacious dining room, and library with custom builtins and cozy reading nook. The additional office provides a dedicated workspace with separate entrance through half-garage, and the partially finished basement includes a large recreational room, bright laundry area, and separate studio. All 3 second-floor bedrooms are complete with existing hardwood floors. The sprawling fenced-in backyard offers both privacy and ample space for entertaining, including a paver patio, swing set, and outdoor fire-pit. And the one-of-a-kind (fully insulated and electric) He/She-shed tops it all off with a front-porch that's perfect for watching the sun set and a double-loft with cargo net perfect for the kids or grandkids. The home is situated in a family-friendly neighborhood in unincorporated Sycamore within walking distance of North Elementary School (427) and Sycamore Middle School (427). Recent updates include: kitchen cabinets, backsplash, and countertops; office/workspace and library; luxury vinyl flooring on main level, upstairs bathroom, and basement; remaining double-pane windows and all exterior doors; freshly stained siding; He/She-shed; and lots of fresh paint!

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
    • Basement: Partially finished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,816 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached, Off-street, On-street
    Features
    • Exterior features: Wood, Brick
    Lot
    • Size: 0.34 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0629201007

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1965

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Sewer-Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Sycamore

    Other

    Other facts
    • Addtl Room 1 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 2 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 3 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 4 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 5 Level: Not Applicable
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Not Applicable
    • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
    • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
    • Foundation: Concrete
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Master Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
    • Parking Type: Garage
    • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
    • Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Sump Pump, Humidifier
    • Kitchen Level: Main Level
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: 2nd Level
    • Other Information: School Bus Service
    • Kitchen Type: Pantry-Closet
    • Basement: Partially Finished
    • Family Room Level: Main Level
    • Living Room Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 10 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 6 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 7 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 8 Level: Not Applicable
    • Addtl Room 9 Level: Not Applicable
    • Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Status: Contingent
    • Square Feet Source: Estimated
    • Age: 51-60 Years
    • Area Amenities: Street Lights, Street Paved, Sidewalks
    • Garage On-Site: Yes
    • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
    • Type of House 2: 2 Stories
    • Garage Type: Attached2
    • Lot Dimensions: 105X140

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/18/2024Sold$280,000$154/sqft
    Source: Public Record
    1/13/2024Listed for sale$280,000+48.1%$154/sqft
    Source: Owner
    8/28/2017Sold$189,000$104/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09675937
    7/4/2017Pending sale$189,000$104/sqft
    Source: Great Western Properties #09675937
    7/4/2017Listed for sale$189,000$104/sqft
    Source: Great Western Properties #09675937

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$5,876 +1.9%$80,959 +9.5%
    2023$5,766 +5.3%$73,928 +9%
    2022$5,474 +4.2%$67,805 +6.5%

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 60178

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